1983 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1965 Ferrari 250 LM
To start off, 1983 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ferrari 250 LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ferrari 250 LM would be higher. At 3,286 cc (12 cylinders), 1965 Ferrari 250 LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ferrari 250 LM (317 HP) has 250 more horse power than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Ferrari 250 LM weights approximately 120 kg more than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Ferrari 250 LM is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Ferrari 250 LM. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Daihatsu Charade, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1965 Ferrari 250 LM (313 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1965 Ferrari 250 LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Daihatsu Charade | 1965 Ferrari 250 LM | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ferrari |
| Model | Charade | 250 LM |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 3286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 317 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 140 L |
